chequerwise

adj, adv — 2 senses

chequerwise

adj

Etymology From chequer + -wise.

1

Arranged in staggered rows, like the squares of a chequerboard.

  • a chequerwise military formation

chequerwise

adv

Etymology From chequer + -wise.

1

Arranged in staggered rows, like the squares of a chequerboard.

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